Association between visceral adiposity index and endometriosis: a population-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Obesity and endometriosis are intricately linked. The body mass index (BMI) is commonly used as an indicator of obesity, but it has limitations. The visceral adiposity index (VAI) is a novel, low-cost composite index that reflects visceral adiposity accumulation and metabolic health status. The objective of our research was to investigate the association between VAI and endometriosis.

Methods

This is a cross-sectional study. The investigation utilized information from the NHANES (1999-2006), focusing on participants aged ≥20 years. We evaluated the association between VAI and endometriosis through five complementary approaches: multivariable-adjusted weighted logistic regression, trend tests, sensitivity analyses, subgroup analyses, and restricted cubic spline (RC

SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12318732 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature